Despite the lack of new snow, everyone's happy when it's sunny out. The temps remained low, but that didn't stop the crowds from covering the slopes. It's that time of year where Steamboat gets to flex its Family Friendly Resort status. The carnival rides are out, the base is slushy, and everyone's thinking spring.
We made our turns late today to let the hill warm up and soak up some afternoon sun. Everyone we knew reiterated the same sentiment: What a Gorgeous Day! True that, even for my powder hound, "this bluebird weather can't be beat." Don't get me wrong, we still anticipate that late March or April dumpage, but if you're not getting snow this time of year, we'll take the sun (over clouds or rain anyday!).
The base is starting to get brown, as is town, but there's still an 87" summit base to be enjoyed, and we hit the sunny side to do just that! Laps down Sunshine Lift Line were fast and furious, as was Westside, but Rolex looked a little too shiny for tasting today. Flintlock was perfect under today's conditions in pitch and face; luscious. Storm Face wasn't bad either, and Sunset to Moonlight were mint as usual. The snow in the trees had been burned for sure, so it was groomers and soft bumps were for the taking. The Daze was ripe for the taking, as was Bashor for the way down- fresh cord (guaranteed at Bashor after 4pm)! mmmmm.
Help us pray for that spring Deep -
... and GO 'CUSE!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
It looks like you are loving your camera :)
another glorious blue sky day! what fun!